Luke’s Lobster offers unique mentoring program for Maine high school students

By Jim Keithley Click here for updates on this story PORTLAND, Maine (WMTW) — Lobstering is a Maine tradition and typically a family business passed down from one generation to the next. One business, Luke’s Lobster, offers an apprenticeship...

Rachel Dratch Brings Big Laughs to Maine This Summer

Maine, it’s time to get your funny bone ready because the one, the only Rachel Dratch is making her way to Waterville at the end of July. Yes, that Rachel, from SNL., you know, Debbie Downer? Well, she is hitting the stage at the Waterville Opera...

What's next for retired Maine radio host Lori Voornas? She has no idea.

Lori Voornas officially signed off from Maine radio last month after spending more than three decades in the biz. PORTLAND, Maine — After more than three decades in the business, Maine morning show radio host Lori Voornas has officially called it...

Investigators say someone killed missing paddleboarder found dead in Maine

Maine State Police are searching for the person who killed a woman who was reported missing while paddleboarding. Sunshine Stewart was found dead last week at a lake in Union. Authorities have not yet said how she died, but did rule her death a...

Bill advances with key agricultural funds for Maine

Susan Collins, Chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee | https://www.appropriations.senate.govSusan Collins, Chair of the Senate Appropriations Committee | https://www.appropriations.senate.gov U.S. Senator Susan Collins, Chair of the...

Granite State developer has a range of housing projects in southern Maine

Beylin Development, with offices in Windham, N.H., and Westboook, has broken ground on a 34-duplex apartment complex near Thornton Academy in Saco. The 4.5-acre parcel is located off of Roebuck Avenue, between North Street and Sokokis Circle....

Shocker: Coach Kipp Hoopsfest Moves To Maine West For 1st Time

Derril Kipp saw a lot in his 35 years as head girls basketball coach at Maine West, but one thing he never saw was West host a tournament that is now named in his honor. Maine West will host the first of two days of the 36th annual Coach Kipp’s...

Cooper Flagg and twin brother, Ace, to hold basketball camp at University of Maine

ORONO, Maine (WMTW) - Basketball standouts and twin brothers Cooper Flagg, the top pick in the 2025 NBA draft, and Ace Flagg, a high school champion in three different states, will be holding an instructional camp in their home state of Maine next...

Maine’s one-of-a-kind water ski team makes a big splash with families

UMaine Extension Offers Specialty Jam and Pickle Workshops at Maine Tasting Center

Pickling will be the topic of a workshop at Maine Tasting Center in Wiscasset on Friday, Aug. 29. (Photo courtesy University of Maine Cooperative Extension) University of Maine Cooperative Extension is offering two food preservation workshops at...

These Legendary Women of Rock Have All Played in Maine

Maine is not a large state, but that certainly hasn't deterred many of the biggest stars in rock and roll. The state has a rich history of live rock shows. Portland, Bangor, Old Orchard Beach, college towns, and even Oxford Plains Speedway have...

18 Maine South Athletes Earn NISCA Academic All-American Status

Boys and girls swimmers from Maine South accounted for 18 of Illinois’ 83 NISCA academic All-American athletes to help Illinois rank No. 6 in the nation for most selections. A total of 22 boys and girls from the Journal-area were honored. To earn...

House approves Trump’s $9B cut to public media, aid

BY KEVIN FREKING AND MARY CLARE JALONICK Updated 12:05 AM EDT, July 18, 2025 WASHINGTON (AP) — The House gave final approval to President Donald Trump’s request to claw back about $9 billion for public broadcasting and foreign aid early Friday as...

Death of Maine paddleboarder classified as homicide

UNION, Maine (AP) — Police in Maine are investigating the death of a paddleboarder near a campground in rural Maine as a homicide and asking the public for help finding the killer. The body of Sunshine Stewart, 48, of Tenants Harbor, Maine, was...

This Maine Restaurant Is One of the Most Remote on Earth

Not only is this restaurant in Maine stunningly beautiful, but it’s also just as—if not more—exclusive and difficult to access. Listen, Maine is full of amazing hidden gem restaurants—but the one we're talking about today isn’t just a hidden gem...

15 Maine Beaches Had Persistent 'Fecal Bacteria' Problem in 2024

There's a couple words that nobody wants to hear or think about when it comes to visiting a Maine beach and taking a dip in the ocean. Those two words are 'fecal bacteria'. According to Maine Public, that's the unfortunate reality for about 50...

Lack of info about Maine paddleboarder’s slaying rattles community

UNION, Maine — The lack of information being given out by Maine State Police concerning the homicide death of Sunshine Stewart is leaving many people nervous. Knox County Sheriff Patrick Polky said Wednesday there has been a noticeable increase in...

Discover 10 Places in Maine to Crush ‘National French Fry Day’

Tomorrow, celebrate the crispiest day of the year, Maine-style. From beachside classics to duck-fat masterpieces, here’s where to get your fry fix across the Pine Tree State this Friday! It goes without saying that you can’t have a sandwich or a...

Power Banks Sold in Maine Recalled for Fire and Burn Hazards

There’s an active recall on a specific power bank that was available in Maine for over half a decade due to potential fire and burn hazards. When you hear about a product recall, it’s important to take it seriously—it’s not just a suggestion....

Direct primary care clinic opens in Maine

“What’s coming is very alarming,” Brad said. “We’re teetering on the edge already right now and if you come in and take $800 billion from Medicaid (as was initially proposed), we’re in serious trouble.” Brad said direct primary care clinics like...